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Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 7 Lacquer Sake Cups

1900 - 1920
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Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) Set of 7 Lacquer Sake Cups in original box. Each cup illustrates a different breed of bird. Largest cup ca. 24cm dia x 5cm high, smallest 14cm dia 3cm high, weight 1.4kg (incl. box).

Excellent condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Red Lacquer Sake Cups to the 1910s.

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SA1173307
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AD1325
Description
Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) Set of 7 Lacquer Sake Cups in original box. Each cup illustrates a different breed of bird. Largest cup ca. 24cm dia x 5cm high, smallest 14cm dia 3cm high, weight 1.4kg (incl. box).

Excellent condition.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Red Lacquer Sake Cups to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173307
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1325
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Sakazuki are shallow, saucer-like drinking vessels traditionally used in Japan for formal or ceremonial sake drinking. Often produced in graduated nesting sets, they are crafted from light wood and finished with painted urushi lacquer layers.

These items were fashioned using thin wooden substrates coated in multiple refined layers of sap from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree. Decorative elements, known as maki-e, were created by applying metallic powders like gold or silver onto wet lacquer before setting.

Authentic period lacquerware features lightweight wooden construction rather than modern plastic or resin cores. Look for subtle variations in hand-painted gold maki-e work, gentle wear around the foot rims, and a warm lustre developed through age.

Graduated lacquer cups can be displayed nested or tiered along a sideboard top, curated shelf, or mantlepiece to add rich colour and historical interest. They work exceptionally well as decorative accents in minimalist or eclectic interior schemes.

Urushi lacquer should be kept away from direct sunlight and dry heat sources to prevent cracking or fading. Clean exclusively with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth, avoiding hot water, soaps, and chemical polishes.
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